FAQ

What is the CPS-ECP requirement to be a member?

In order to become a member of CPS-ECP you need to have proof of having successfully completing a PCOC course (any accredited provider) or successful completion of any CPS-ECP course, or submit an application to be a member outlining your maritime experience which will be compared to a Table of Equivalences.

I just completed my first course. My partner is already a member. What will my first-year membership cost?

As a new family member, your first-year membership will cost $30 minus a 25% student discount for a fee of $22.50 . In subsequent years your fee will fall under the Additional Member fee of $30. Contact membership@cps-ecp.ca to have your profile linked to your partner’s as the dues notice is sent to the Family Admin member.

What does the first-year membership cost?

The cost of $60 minus 25%, a total of $45, will be applicable as long as the student applies for membership within 60 days of their marks being submitted.

Will we still get renewal notices?

Yes. Email notices will be sent 45 days before your expiry date with follow-up notices sent 30 and 15 days before expiry, and on the day of expiry, and then 15 days after expiry if renewal has not taken place. The Squadron Membership Officer will contact members directly if renewal still has not taken place.

How will members without email receive notices and how will they pay their membership fees?

Members who do not have a valid email address will receive their notices in the mail. They can pay by cheque, e-transfer (payments-paiements@cps-ecp.ca) or call 1-888-277-2628 ext. 0159 at the National Office to provide your credit card information.

How do I change my email address with CPS-ECP?

For security purposes, all email address changes are done by National Office. Please send your change of email address request to membership@cps-ecp.ca. Please indicate your old email address and the requested new email address.

Members should then safelist, or add the newsletter email address and reply address to their safe senders list. Both cymedianews@kerrwil.com and CPS-ECP@news-cymedia.ca to ensure OnBoard arrives in your inbox and not junk mail. Also add hqg@cps-ecp.ca to ensure important messages from CPS-ECP are received.

How do I update my mailing address?

To update your mailing address, login to your profile here and Click Personal Information and then Address. Input your new address and click Update.

When I renewed, I received a message indicating the transaction failed.

Check to ensure you are using a valid credit card. There is a glitch in the system that if you pause during the renewal process, the transaction fails. Contact membership@cps-ecp.ca or call 1-888-277-2628 ext. 0159 if still you’re unable to renew online.